Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Mission Workshop "The Radian"
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×23×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $175 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Mission Workshop "The Radian" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 3 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | hideable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 500D black camo Multicam® Cordura® or Mission Workshop’s advanced HT500 textile |
Mission Workshop "The Radian"
| Capacity | 42 L |
| Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×36×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 46% |
| Price | $625 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Mission Workshop "The Radian"
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top flap on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
Both have: hip belt, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 87 accept both. 94 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Both the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Mission Workshop "The Radian" by Mission Workshop are top-tier options in the realm of carry-on backpacks, vouched for by globetrotters, adventurers, and daily commuters. In essence, they can cater to different needs, so let's break down their unique aspects.
The Tarahumara is compact, making it an excellent option for day hiking or urban commuting. It's nimble footprint and surprisingly spacious 16-liter interior holds more than you'd expect. The robust 500D Cordura construction ensures durability and longevity. This carry-on friendly pack (accepted by 100% of airlines) is featherlight at only 0.7 pounds. However, it misses out on a dedicated laptop compartment, limiting its versatility for tech-savvy travelers.
On the other hand, the Radian is a larger bag, holding a whopping 42 liters, enough space for longer trips. It's built with either high-quality camo Multicam® Cordura® or Mission Workshop’s exclusive HT500 textile. This quasi-gargantuan bag, weighing 2.1 pounds, secures laptops up to 15 inches in a secure compartment. Despite its size, The Radian manages a 97% acceptance rate by airlines.
To put things in perspective, here are the key differences:
- Size: Tarahumara (442410) vs Radian (563616)
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 pounds) vs Radian (2.1 pounds)
- Capacity: Tarahumara (16 liters) vs Radian (42 liters)
- Airline Friendly: Tarahumara (100%) vs Radian (97%)
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara (none) vs Radian (15 inches)
Reviewers laud the Tarahumara for its simple, robust design and effortless functionality, making it an excellent 'one-daypack solution.' It isn't just a backpack; it's a dependable companion that will voraciously carry your daily essentials, 'like the Tardis.'
The Radian, stunning in its unique design, thrives on customizability and unparalleled functionality. It caters perfectly to your aesthetic sense and practical needs, redefining luggage consolidation. This bag is a pinnacle of 'preemptive insurance' – certainly pricey, but worth every penny with capabilities far surpassing its competitors.
In conclusion, both backpacks have their unique strengths. The Tarahumara, a dynamic daypack, shines in its simplicity, compactness, and durability. The Radian, a 'bag enthusiasts dream,' impresses with its unrivaled space, diverse modular capabilities, and robust design.